2005 Lexus GX vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2005 Lexus GX and 2005 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 739 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2005 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus GX | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lexus | Porsche |
Model | GX | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |